JAMB Biology 2009 Question 38

Question 38

Pollution

The major cause of global warming is the

  1. A.burning of fossil fuel
  2. B.construction of dams
  3. C.use of electricity
  4. D.exploration of space.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (burning of fossil fuel)

Explanation

Burning coal, oil and gas releases carbon (IV) oxide, a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere.